About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
We take pride in delivering precision and peace of mind to our clients, helping them avoid risks and maintain efficient operations. If your organization is seeking a dependable partner for underground utility designation, data collection, or As-Built mapping, we would be happy to discuss how NorthStar Utility Experts can support your upcoming projects.
SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering)
The SUE levels are the industry standards for services.
LEVEL A TEST HOLES
Is the highest and most effective SUE level presently available. Nondestructive digging equipment is used to determine the precise horizontal and vertical position of underground utilities. When surveyed and mapped, precise plan and profile information is available for design decisions and justification. (Air or Hydro Vacuum Excavation)
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LEVEL B MAPPING
Entails surveying visible above-ground utility features, such as manholes, value boxes, utility marker posts, and more. This information is then correlated with existing utility records. (Survey Grade or Mapping Grade)
LEVEL C LOCATING
Determines the existence and horizontal position of underground utilities using surface geophysical techniques. This level also includes obtaining two-dimensional mapping information which aids in decision-making for design, utility relocations, and installations. Locating is often overlooked during the design process Safe Site believes this is one of the most important steps in the SUE process. (Electromagnetic Locating, Radio Detection, 2D & 3D Ground Penetrating Radar, Acoustic Locating, CCTV)
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LEVEL D RECORDS/RESEARCH
Involves gathering record data, which may include digital records, on-site utility records, GIS / Municipal records. (As-builts, Design Drawings, Quarter Section Maps, Historical Satellite Imagery)
Our Expertise
NorthStar Utility Experts, LLC is a leading provider of subsurface utility locate services, specializing in utility identification, marking, comprehensive mapping, and as-built mapping. With a decade of experience, we cater to utility companies, construction firms, and private residents, ensuring precision and client satisfaction. Explore our services today.- Utility identification and marking for gas, water, sewer, electric, and telecommunications lines- Comprehensive utility mapping for project planning and site analysis- Data collection services to create detailed utility reports for enhanced decision-making- As-Built mapping of new utilities. Please feel free to contact us to schedule a meeting or request more information. We look forward to the opportunity to work together.
